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be replaced more frequently.
You should replace your spare tire when you replace
the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it
has not been used.
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number
Both United States and Canada Federal regulations
require tire manufacturers to place standardized
information on the sidewall of all tires. This
information identifies and describes the fundamental
characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S.
DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard
certification and in case of a recall.
This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that
the tire meets all federal standards. The next two
numbers or letters are the plant code designating
where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire
size code and the last four numbers represent the
week and year the tire was built. For example, the
numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997. After
2000 the numbers go to four digits. For example,
2501 means the 25th week of 2001. The numbers in
between are identification codes used for traceability.
This information is used to contact customers if a tire
defect requires a recall.
Tire Replacement Requirements
Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to
provide a safe ride and handling capability.
WARNINGS
Only use replacement tires and
wheels that are the same size, load
index, speed rating and type as those
originally provided by Grech Motors.
The recommended tire and wheel size may be found
on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label
or the Tire Label. If this information is not found on
these labels then you should contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible. Use of any tire or wheel
not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and
performance of your vehicle, which could result in
an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle
rollover, personal injury and death. Additionally the
use of non-recommended tires and wheels could
Wheels and Tires
